Laptop deals are plentiful, but it’s uncommon to see a budget-friendly model drop to an even lower price. Best Buy is currently running a fantastic offer on the Asus Vivobook. This 14-inch Windows 11 laptop, equipped with 8GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD, is available for just $220, which is nearly half off! (You can also purchase it through eBay via Best Buy’s official account.)
I usually wouldn’t recommend running Windows 11 on a laptop with only 8GB of DDR4 memory, and the 128GB storage may seem limited. However, the real advantage of this laptop lies in its upgradeability. By removing a few screws and the back panel, you can easily swap in a 16GB DDR4 SO-DIMM (Amazon link) and a 500GB Gen 4 M.2 drive (Amazon link). This upgrade makes it possible to build a solid laptop for under $300.
I know that the idea of upgrading your hardware can seem intimidating, but if you’re capable of reinstalling Windows, you can definitely tackle this. I have faith in you, even if your name isn’t Jeremy! (If it is, well, what a coincidence!)
The 12th Gen Intel Core i3 processor, paired with Iris Xe graphics, won’t support games like Space Marine II with ray tracing, but it can handle casual games like Fortnite or Minecraft. Additionally, the 1080p screen is sufficient for all your browsing needs. I also find the touchpad feature that allows it to double as a number pad quite useful.
Though this Vivobook isn’t the sleekest model on the market, it boasts a variety of ports, meaning you won’t need to hunt for a dongle: USB-C, three USB-A ports, a full-sized HDMI, and a headphone jack are all included. The downside is that you’ll need to charge it with a traditional adapter, as there’s no option for USB-C charging.
Such incredible deals on affordable laptops don’t last long, and this one is set to expire in just 14 hours (as of this writing). If you’re in the market for a low-cost Windows machine, act quickly to take advantage of this fantastic offer!